1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
